How much does glass cutting cost?

Glass is a versatile material. You can use it for functional accessories or home decorations. It provides transparency, connects spaces without walls, and allows natural light to reach as many interior spaces as possible.

You can make glass a unique part of your interior design. For example, you can create a glass table, mirror, shelf, or divider. When cutting glass, you can customize it according to your overall theme. The cost of glass cut to size ranges from $20 to $200 per square foot.

How much does it cost to get glass cut?

If you want to know the cost of various glass-cutting projects, refer to this table:

What affects the cost of custom glass cutting?

Material specifications significantly affect glass-cutting costs. Here are the main factors:

Type

Each type of glass has a recommended use. Before you start your project, you might want to know how much is custom-cut glass. If you're unsure, you can always consult a professional. However, here's an overview to give you an idea:

Annealed glass is suitable for smaller spaces. It doesn't shatter into tiny, dangerous pieces if you drop it. It starts at $20 per square foot. You can use ceramic glass for fireplaces, laboratory equipment, and stoves because it can withstand high temperatures. Like annealed glass, it breaks into big shards and doesn't have sharp edges. Ceramic glass starts at $56 per square foot.

If you want to use glass for security purposes, laminated glass might suit your needs, given its impact resistance. It starts at $30 per square foot. You can use custom mirror glass to make small-spaced interiors seem more comfortable and breathable. It costs $20 per square foot.

If you plan to enhance your bathroom experience, ditch your shower curtains. You can build a divider with shower door glass, often 3/8 to 1/2 of an inch. It is similar to tempered glass, which is good for shelves, fireplaces, and tabletops. Expect to pay $200 per square foot. 

If you want a more flexible option, consider using dual-pane tempered glass. This is usually the option for residential windows and costs around $42 per square foot.

Some glass types offer strength and durability. Tempered laminate glass, for example, is ideal for imprinting decorative patterns. Etched glass, another variant, is for privacy and aesthetical purposes. Both types are usually more expensive.

Thickness

Thick glass costs more because cutting it requires much time and effort. The correct thickness depends on the intended product. Standard thickness levels include: 

• 1/8”
• 5/32” 
• 3/16” 
• 1/4” 
• 3/8”
• 1/2”

3/32” is an affordable option if you want to make picture frames. 1/8” is used for doubling the strength of window glass and is consequently more expensive.

Glass with 1/4” to 3/8” thickness is called “clear float” glass. Since it protects furniture, you might often see it on desktops, dressers, nightstands, coffee tables, office tables, and more. 1/2” clear glass might be less accessible. Remember that initial quotations are usually just base prices; they don't include fees for special requests.

Shape

Square or rectangle-cut glass is ideal for simple home improvements. However, shape alterations (round, curved, etc.) can increase glass-cutting costs since they require specialized machines.

Some glass projects might require some knowledge of geometry. For instance, you can customize glass to make it look circular, elliptical, hexagonal, octagonal, pentagonal, triangular, and trapezoidal. Professionals can cut glass into 45-degree angles and polish the edges with sandpaper for a bright finish.

Tint or color

The right glass color depends on your needs and preferences. If you have a particular theme, look for a color wheel or research what tints complement each other. You can choose bronze, clear, dark or light gray, frosted glue chip, mistlite, satin-etched, and Solexia®.

Finish

You can also customize the finish of glass products to enhance their overall quality. Without a proper finish, cut glass might look murky or dull. Possible solutions to this are glass edge polishing and corner dubbing, which are usually free services.

Glass cutting quotes from Taskers

Airtasker has different price quotes for glass cutting, depending on your location and project complexity. If you need a precise estimate, talk to a Tasker and share your requirements. Aside from glass cutting, Taskers can help you with mirror cutting and similar tasks.

Ultimately, Airtasker can expedite your glass projects, regardless of their complexity. If you're tired of perusing cost guides online, connect with a reliable Tasker and get an accurate quote in minutes!